Question

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3. What are prashastis and what is their
historical significance of the allahabad
pillar inscription?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Prashasti (IAST: Praśasti, Sanskrit for "praise") inscriptions are euologistic inscriptions issued by Indian rulers from 6th century CE onwards. ... The inscriptions issued by the subordinates often recognized the rulers as the descendant of a deity, and bestowed titles and honours upon them.

Explanation:

As the name suggest it is a Prashasti, written in praise of the ruler Samudragupta, a ruler of Gupta dynasty by his court poet Harishena. ... The inscription is a panegyric praising Samudragupta and lists the political and military achievements of his reign including his expeditions to the south.